If REX ~ ROB, find the value of a.

Jonua asked Aug 21, 2023

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Jonua asked Aug 21, 2023

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Answer: 8

Explanation:

As corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional,

$(RX)/(RB)=(XE)/(BO)\\\\(6)/(15)=(a)/(20)\\\\a=20\left((6)/(15) \right)=\boxed{8}$

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